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July 18, 2022
29 recorded votes, 29 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda
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Attendance
Present: Mark Paolillo, Adam Dash, Roy Epstein
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Adam Dash stepped aside (recused) for part of the meeting.
Every vote, in order
Update on Porchfest Event scheduled for September 10, 2022
Accept and approve the preservation restriction agreement between the Town of Belmont, the Belmont Women's Club and the Belmont Historical Commission
Motion was made to accept and approve the preservation restriction agreement between the Town of Belmont, the Belmont Women's Club and the Belmont Historical Commission. Motion was approved by a vote of 2-0. [Paolillo abstained due to his membership on the Belmont Women's Club.]
Yes: Dash, EpsteinAbstained: PaolilloThe minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to accept and approve the preservation restriction agreement between the Town of Belmont, the Belmont Women's Club and the Belmont Historical Commission. Motion was approved by a vote of 2-0. [Paolillo abstained due to his membership on the Belmont Women's Club.].”
PUBLIC COMMENTS on Rink
Place the debt exclusion on the November 8, 2022 state election ballot for the library to state that shall the Town of Belmont be allowed to exempt some provisions of Proposition two-...
Motion was made to place the debt exclusion on the November 8, 2022 state election ballot for the library to state that shall the Town of Belmont be allowed to exempt some provisions of Proposition two- and-one-half, so called, the amounts required to pay for the bonds issued in order to pay for costs for designing, demolishing, constructing, originally equipping and furnishing the Belmont Public Library located at 336 Concord Ave in Belmont and all costs incidental or related thereto. [Yes or No vote]. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to place the debt exclusion on the November 8, 2022 state election ballot for the library to state that shall the Town of Belmont be allowed to exempt some provisions of Proposition two- and-one-half, so called, the amounts required to pay for the bonds issued in order to pay for costs for designing, demolishing, constructing, originally equipping and furnishing the Belmont Public Library located at 336 Concord Ave in Belmont and all costs incidental or related thereto. [Yes or No vote]. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0..”
Fire Chief Performance Review
Go to Executive Session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion...
Motion was made to go to Executive Session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to go to Executive Session to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0..”
Leave Executive Session
Motion was made to leave Executive Session. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to leave Executive Session. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0..”
Approve a merit increase of 2% for Chief David DeStefano
Motion was made to approve a merit increase of 2% for Chief David DeStefano. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve a merit increase of 2% for Chief David DeStefano. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0..”
The following streets be posted as no parking from 7 am to 11 am when school is in session: Goden St. (below School), Oak St., Orchard St. (below School), Orchard Circle, Stone Rd., Louise Rd. and...
Motion was made that the following streets be posted as no parking from 7 am to 11 am when school is in session: Goden St. (below School), Oak St., Orchard St. (below School), Orchard Circle, Stone Rd., Louise Rd. and Emerson St. Motion was approved by a vote of 2-0. [Dash was recused from this vote].
Yes: Epstein, PaolilloThe minutes say Adam Dash stepped aside (recused), so that member is not shown as voting. The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the following streets be posted as no parking from 7 am to 11 am when school is in session: Goden St. (below School), Oak St., Orchard St. (below School), Orchard Circle, Stone Rd., Louise Rd. and Emerson St. Motion was approved by a vote of 2-0. [Dash was recused from this vote]..”
Approve that parking spaces on the south side of Concord Ave. between Goden St. and Orchard St. be posted as no parking from 7 am to 11 am and 2 to 3 pm when school is in session
Motion was made to approve that parking spaces on the south side of Concord Ave. between Goden St. and Orchard St. be posted as no parking from 7 am to 11 am and 2 to 3 pm when school is in session. Restrictions do not apply to commercial vehicles, vehicles on public business or vehicles that display a valid parking placard. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to approve that parking spaces on the south side of Concord Ave. between Goden St. and Orchard St. be posted as no parking from 7 am to 11 am and 2 to 3 pm when school is in session. Restrictions do not apply to commercial vehicles, vehicles on public business or vehicles that display a valid parking placard. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0..”
The parking spaces on the north side of Concord from the start of the parking zone opposite Orchard St. and extending east for 100 feet be posted as no parking from 7 am to 9 am and 2 to 3 pm when...
Motion was made that the parking spaces on the north side of Concord from the start of the parking zone opposite Orchard St. and extending east for 100 feet be posted as no parking from 7 am to 9 am and 2 to 3 pm when school is in session. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the parking spaces on the north side of Concord from the start of the parking zone opposite Orchard St. and extending east for 100 feet be posted as no parking from 7 am to 9 am and 2 to 3 pm when school is in session. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0..”
The south side of Concord Ave., from Goden St. to the driveway at 258 Concord Ave. be posted as no stopping/parking
Motion was made that the south side of Concord Ave., from Goden St. to the driveway at 258 Concord Ave. be posted as no stopping/parking. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion was made that the south side of Concord Ave., from Goden St. to the driveway at 258 Concord Ave. be posted as no stopping/parking. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0..”
Orchard St. (southbound) from Concord Ave., to ten feet past the fire hydrant in front of 3 Orchard St. be posted as no parking/no stopping
Motion was made that Orchard St. (southbound) from Concord Ave., to ten feet past the fire hydrant in front of 3 Orchard St. be posted as no parking/no stopping. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion was made that Orchard St. (southbound) from Concord Ave., to ten feet past the fire hydrant in front of 3 Orchard St. be posted as no parking/no stopping. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0..”
Discussion and possible vote to disband committees
Disband the Viglirolo Ice Skating Financing Committee and to disband the Preliminary Rink Design Committee
Discussion and possible vote to disband committees: Viglirolo Ice Skating Rink Financing Committee and Preliminary Rink Design Committee Motion was made to disband the Viglirolo Ice Skating Financing Committee and to disband the Preliminary Rink Design Committee. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Discussion and possible vote to disband committees: Viglirolo Ice Skating Rink Financing Committee and Preliminary Rink Design Committee Motion was made to disband the Viglirolo Ice Skating Financing Committee and to disband the Preliminary Rink Design Committee. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0..”
Viglirolo Ice Skating Rink Financing Committee and Preliminary Rink Design Committee
Accept Jeffrey Birenbaum's resignation on the Zoning Board of Appeals because he moved to the Planning Board
Vote to accept committee resignation of Jeffrey Birenbaum, Zoning Board of Appeals Motion was made to accept Jeffrey Birenbaum's resignation on the Zoning Board of Appeals because he moved to the Planning Board. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Vote to accept committee resignation of Jeffrey Birenbaum, Zoning Board of Appeals Motion was made to accept Jeffrey Birenbaum's resignation on the Zoning Board of Appeals because he moved to the Planning Board. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0..”
Economic Development Committee
Reappoint Erin Brown to the Economic Development Committee for a new two-year term expiring June 30, 2024
Motion was made to reappoint Erin Brown to the Economic Development Committee for a new two-year term expiring June 30, 2024. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to reappoint Erin Brown to the Economic Development Committee for a new two-year term expiring June 30, 2024. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0..”
Reappoint Wendy Etkind to the Economic Development Committee for a new two- year term expiring June 30, 2024
Motion was made to reappoint Wendy Etkind to the Economic Development Committee for a new two- year term expiring June 30, 2024. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to reappoint Wendy Etkind to the Economic Development Committee for a new two- year term expiring June 30, 2024. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0..”
Reappoint Daren Muckjian to the Economic Development Committee for a new two- year term expiring June 30, 2024
Motion was made to reappoint Daren Muckjian to the Economic Development Committee for a new two- year term expiring June 30, 2024. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to reappoint Daren Muckjian to the Economic Development Committee for a new two- year term expiring June 30, 2024. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0..”
Appoint Jack Sy to the vacant Cushing Sq
Motion was made to appoint Jack Sy to the vacant Cushing Sq. Business Owner member position expiring June 30, 2024. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint Jack Sy to the vacant Cushing Sq. Business Owner member position expiring June 30, 2024. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0..”
Appoint Jeffrey Birenbaum to the vacant Planning Board representative member position expiring June 30, 2023
Motion was made to appoint Jeffrey Birenbaum to the vacant Planning Board representative member position expiring June 30, 2023. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint Jeffrey Birenbaum to the vacant Planning Board representative member position expiring June 30, 2023. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0..”
Reappoint Carol Moyles to the Historical District Commission for a three-year term expiring June 30, 2025
Historical District Commission 10 P a g e Motion was made to reappoint Carol Moyles to the Historical District Commission for a three-year term expiring June 30, 2025. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Historical District Commission 10 P a g e Motion was made to reappoint Carol Moyles to the Historical District Commission for a three-year term expiring June 30, 2025. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0..”
Elevate Jaqueline Appel from alternate to full member on the Historical District Commission fulfilling Lisa Herrington's term which expires June 30, 2025
Motion was made to elevate Jaqueline Appel from alternate to full member on the Historical District Commission fulfilling Lisa Herrington's term which expires June 30, 2025. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to elevate Jaqueline Appel from alternate to full member on the Historical District Commission fulfilling Lisa Herrington's term which expires June 30, 2025. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0..”
Appoint Charles Clark from the Board of Assessors to the MBTA Communities Advisory Committee for a one-year term expiring June 30, 2023
MBTA Communities Advisory Committee Motion was made to appoint Charles Clark from the Board of Assessors to the MBTA Communities Advisory Committee for a one-year term expiring June 30, 2023. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“MBTA Communities Advisory Committee Motion was made to appoint Charles Clark from the Board of Assessors to the MBTA Communities Advisory Committee for a one-year term expiring June 30, 2023. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0..”
Appoint Rachel Heller from the Housing Trust to the MBTA Communities Advisory Committee for a one-year term expiring June 30, 2023
Motion was made to appoint Rachel Heller from the Housing Trust to the MBTA Communities Advisory Committee for a one-year term expiring June 30, 2023. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint Rachel Heller from the Housing Trust to the MBTA Communities Advisory Committee for a one-year term expiring June 30, 2023. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0..”
Appoint Paul Joy from the Economic Development Committee to the MBTA Communities Advisory Committee for a one-year term expiring June 30, 2023
Motion was made to appoint Paul Joy from the Economic Development Committee to the MBTA Communities Advisory Committee for a one-year term expiring June 30, 2023. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint Paul Joy from the Economic Development Committee to the MBTA Communities Advisory Committee for a one-year term expiring June 30, 2023. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0..”
Appoint Steve Pinkerton from the Planning Board to the MBTA Communities Advisory Committee for a one-year term expiring June 30, 2023
Motion was made to appoint Steve Pinkerton from the Planning Board to the MBTA Communities Advisory Committee for a one-year term expiring June 30, 2023. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint Steve Pinkerton from the Planning Board to the MBTA Communities Advisory Committee for a one-year term expiring June 30, 2023. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0..”
Appoint Thayer Donham from the Planning Board to the MBTA Communities Advisory Committee for a one-year term expiring June 30, 2023
Motion was made to appoint Thayer Donham from the Planning Board to the MBTA Communities Advisory Committee for a one-year term expiring June 30, 2023. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to appoint Thayer Donham from the Planning Board to the MBTA Communities Advisory Committee for a one-year term expiring June 30, 2023. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0..”
Constables
Reappoint William Chemelli and Richard Picceri as Constables for a three-year term expiring June 30, 2025
Constables Motion was made to reappoint William Chemelli and Richard Picceri as Constables for a three-year term expiring June 30, 2025. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Constables Motion was made to reappoint William Chemelli and Richard Picceri as Constables for a three-year term expiring June 30, 2025. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0..”
Reappoint James Tortola as Constable for a two-year term expiring June 30, 2024
Motion was made to reappoint James Tortola as Constable for a two-year term expiring June 30, 2024. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Motion was made to reappoint James Tortola as Constable for a two-year term expiring June 30, 2024. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0..”
Age Friendly Action Plan Committee
Accept the resignation of Ralph Jones, School Representative, and Heidi Barberio, Recreation Representative, from the Age Friendly Action Plan Committee
Age Friendly Action Plan Committee: Vote to accept resignations: Motion was made to accept the resignation of Ralph Jones, School Representative, and Heidi Barberio, Recreation Representative, from the Age Friendly Action Plan Committee. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Age Friendly Action Plan Committee: Vote to accept resignations: Motion was made to accept the resignation of Ralph Jones, School Representative, and Heidi Barberio, Recreation Representative, from the Age Friendly Action Plan Committee. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0..”
Vote to appoint
Appoint Amy Checkoway, School Representative, and Theresa O'Connor, Recreation Representative, to the Age Friendly Action Plan Committee to terms expiring 2025
Vote to appoint: Motion was made to appoint Amy Checkoway, School Representative, and Theresa O'Connor, Recreation Representative, to the Age Friendly Action Plan Committee to terms expiring 2025. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“Vote to appoint: Motion was made to appoint Amy Checkoway, School Representative, and Theresa O'Connor, Recreation Representative, to the Age Friendly Action Plan Committee to terms expiring 2025. Motion was approved by a vote of 3-0..”
SELECT BOARD COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
Approve the June 27, 2022 Regular and Executive Session meeting minutes with amendments. [The approval of the June 13, 2022 Executive Session minutes will be deferred to another meeting.] Motion...
June 27, 2022 - Regular Meeting c. June 27, 2022 - Executive Session Motion was made to approve the June 27, 2022 Regular and Executive Session meeting minutes with amendments. [The approval of the June 13, 2022 Executive Session minutes will be deferred to another meeting.] Motion was made to adjourn the Select Board meeting and approved by a vote of 3-0.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“June 27, 2022 - Regular Meeting c. June 27, 2022 - Executive Session Motion was made to approve the June 27, 2022 Regular and Executive Session meeting minutes with amendments. [The approval of the June 13, 2022 Executive Session minutes will be deferred to another meeting.] Motion was made to adjourn the Select Board meeting and approved by a vote of 3-0..”
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